Excursion Tips for the Region

Dachstein Cave World and its three natural show caves rank among the most significant natural monuments of Austria and celebrate the centenary of their discovery in 2010.

Fun, excitement and adventure are in store for you at the Salt Mines in Hallstatt, Altaussee and Hallein. A visit to the Salt Mine is an ideal family outing, regardless of the weather!

The “5fingers“ are the absolute highlight of the newly staged Hiking world on the Dachstein plateau and ranks among the most spectacular viewpoints of the Alps.

Ride the historic rack and pinion railway up to a magnificent world from the top of Schafberg Mountain – a truly magical experience!

Oh what a beautiful view... If you are the type that truly appreciates a stunningly gorgeous view, then you absolutely must visit this Vantage Tower.

In recent years the Salzkammergut has developed to become the
“Eldorado of the Air” for ballooning.

Wolfgangsee Lake is one of the most impressive lakes of Austria. Explore this fantastic area on a boat of Wolfgangsee Boats.

In his “Moby Dick” Hermann Melville speaks of the incredible force of attraction of water to men. Make your dreams come true and enjoy a boat trip on Traunsee Lake!

Enjoy unspoilt nature, 20km of hiking trails and the idyllic Laudachsee lake at 1,004 meters above sea level. Pleasant hikes, breath-taking panoramic views of the Traunsee lake, a mushroom interpretive trail, a forest nature trail and rustic mountain inns guarantee an unforgettable experience.

At 1,600 m above the Traunsee lake, the Feuerkogel high plateau provides a gorgeous panoramic view of the whole Salzkammergut. The 40km of hiking trails and paths are suitable for pleasant hikes as well as demanding mountain tours. The typical karst scenery with its unique flora and fauna is of naturalistic interest.

See, marvel and discover the secrets of a big tradition!

A fantastic hiking area in summer time, not only for hikers and relaxation seekers. Sports lovers like hang gliders, skiers and snowboarders love Zwölferhorn mountain.

Hiking – recreating…
... in an impressive landscape. Gosaukammbahn lift brings all hikers, sports lovers, walkers and sun worshippers into the alpine world of the Gosau-Zwieselalm hiking region.

At Attersee Lake, the sea of the Salzkammergut area you can experience more!
You will love the daily scheduled boats at dreamlike Attersee Lake, numerous children entertainment programs and weekly theme boat tours .

Along the Austrian Romantic Road you can combine culinary and cultural highlights on your journey between Salzburg and Vienna.

A 12km-long panorama road leads to Postalm, the biggest pasture plateau of Austria. Once up there, one is in one of the most beautiful pasture areas of the Alps where the young and old can enjoy numerous hikes.

Encircled by the lofty peaks of Totes Gebirge range, this outstanding Deer Park is a 60 ha sanctuary for a wide variety of animals. The terrain is crisscrossed by lovely trails where visitors can stroll around and view over 500 animals of some 70 different species in a natural habitat.

For a fantastic mountain experience, load up the car and head for the "Loser Panorama Road", conveniently taking you into the most glorious mountain scenery you can imagine.

Bad Ischl’s most famous summer guest, Emperor Franz Joseph, spent some 60 summers in the Biedermeier villa located in a big park.